What is the meaning of the word "dacrymyces"?

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  1. A genus of fungus that produce gelatinous fruit bodies that are typically cushion-like, wrinkled, or flattened. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • The mycologist eagerly collected specimens of Dacrymyces to study their unique morphology and ecological role in wood decomposition. copy to clipboard
  2. A type of fungus that play a role in the decomposition of woody material in forest ecosystems. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • The damp conditions after the rain provided ideal habitat for Dacrymyces fungi to thrive, adorning fallen branches with their translucent, jelly-like fruiting bodies. copy to clipboard

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